It's the first day of spring 2026. When is the equinox?

It's officially the first day of spring. The vernal equinox is March 20, which means winter is finally over. Unfortunately, ...

Is today the first day of spring? What time does spring arrive today?

Here's what to know about the first day of spring. In 2026, the March equinox happens on 8:46 a.m. MT/9:46 a.m. CT on Friday, March 20. This marks the astronomical beginning of the spring season in ...
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When is the first day of spring? Why it may be sooner than you think

The start of spring can be defined in two different ways: meteorologically or astronomically. Meteorological spring begins on March 1, while astronomical spring starts around March 20. Tennessee is ...